LAWYER PROFILE

Alexander Hendry

Global 2026

Baker Botts L.L.P.

Ranked in 1 practice area

TMT: IT, Telecoms & Data

United Arab Emirates

1 year ranked

About

Provided by Baker Botts L.L.P.

Global

Practice Areas

Alexander Hendry is a Partner and the Head of Baker Botts' Technology practice in the Middle East. He has a global practice, providing strategic advice to clients around the world on business-critical, first-of-their-kind technology transactions, and the negotiation and drafting of complex contracts relating to technology, IP, and data.

Alexander has a particular focus on transactions relating to highly disruptive technologies, including: AI; space and satellites; digital infrastructure; fintech; energy tech; medtech and healthtech; aerospace and defense tech; enterprise IT; and digital transformation.

Career

Alexander's experience includes: technology agreements; IP licensing; M&A; joint ventures and collaborations; outsourcing; entertainment, sports, and media contracts; commercial contracts; and technology and data regulatory compliance.

Alexander holds an APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (APM PFQ) from the Association for Project Management and has completed CodeClan's "Coding for Professionals" course.

Professional Memberships

Registered DLAD/Dubai, 2019

Solicitor, Scotland, 2011

Personal

Post Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice, University of Edinburgh 2010

LL.B., University of Edinburgh 2009

(Hons)

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Global Guide

TMT: IT, Telecoms & Data - United Arab Emirates

Band 4

Individual Editorial

Alexander Hendry heads the Middle East technology practice at Baker Botts. Based in the firm's Dubai office, he offers significant expertise in multi-jurisdictional technology transactions, including mergers and acquisitions and joint ventures. He is equally able to advise clients on data-related matters, digital infrastructure deals and IT procurement.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Alexander Hendry is professional in demeanour, knowledgeable in his field and delightful to work with.
TMT: IT, Telecoms & DataChambers Global Guide
Alexander is incredibly accommodating and knowledgeable, giving us expert support and advice. We know that his understanding of our company means we are receiving the best possible advice.
TMT: IT, Telecoms & DataChambers Global Guide
Alexander produces quality work and provides a lot of insight based on his experience and work with other clients.
TMT: IT, Telecoms & DataChambers Global Guide
Alexander Hendry is highly intelligent, understands issues quickly and executes equally quickly.
TMT: IT, Telecoms & DataChambers Global Guide